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The industry resource guides listed below provide sources for industry information, research, and analysis for over 400 industries. Individual guides for each industry list resources and data available from trade associations, publications, and research firms which address subjects such as industry analysis, statistics, trends, and forecasts, financial information and financial ratios, compensation and salary surveys, and business valuation resources.

Individual industries are listed below by industry category and Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code. Select from the following industry categories or search for a specific industry by keyword using the search box at the upper right:


Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry Wholesale Distribution
Mining and Construction Retail
Manufacturing Finance and Insurance
Transportation and Warehousing Real Estate
Communications and Utilities Personal and Business Services


Agriculture, Fishing, and Forestry

SIC 0100  Agricultural Crop and Livestock Production
SIC 0181  Garden, Landscape, and Plant Nurseries
SIC 0273  Fish and Seafood Aquaculture
SIC 0740  Veterinarians and Veterinary Services
SIC 0752  Pet Grooming and Boarding
SIC 0781  Landscape Design and Architectural Services
SIC 0782  Landscape and Lawn Care Services
SIC 0783  Tree Trimming, Planting, and Removal Services
SIC 0800  Forestry and Timber Services
SIC 0910  Commercial Fishing and Fisheries


Mining and Construction

SIC 1100  Metal Ore Mining
SIC 1200  Coal Mining
SIC 1311  Oil and Gas Exploration and Production
SIC 1400  Crushed Stone, Sand, and Gravel Mining and Quarrying
SIC 1500  General Contractors and Construction Companies
SIC 1521  Home Builders and Residential Contractors
SIC 1611  Highway, Road, and Street Construction Contractors
SIC 1629  Dredging Companies and Contractors
SIC 1711  Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors
SIC 1721  Painting, Drywall, Plaster, and Insulation Contractors
SIC 1731  Electrical Contractors
SIC 1731  Electronic Systems Contractors
SIC 1761  Roofing, Siding, and Sheet Metal Contractors
SIC 1771  Concrete and Masonry Contractors
SIC 1794  Excavating, Wrecking, and Demolition Contractors
SIC 1799  Fence Companies and Contractors
SIC 1799  Swimming Pool Contractors and Cleaning Services

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Manufacturing

SIC 2010  Meat and Poultry Processing
SIC 2020  Dairy Products Manufacturers
SIC 2030  Fruit and Vegetable Processing
SIC 2040  Grain and Flour Mills
SIC 2043  Breakfast Cereal Manufacturers
SIC 2047  Pet Food Manufacturers and Distributors
SIC 2050  Wholesale and Commercial Bakeries
SIC 2060  Candy Manufacturers
SIC 2060  Sugar Manufacturers and Producers
SIC 2070  Vegetable Oil Manufacturers
SIC 2086  Bottled Water and Ice Manufacturers
SIC 2086  Carbonated Beverage and Soft Drink Manufacturers
SIC 2090  Coffee and Tea Manufacturers
SIC 2090  Fish and Seafood Processing
SIC 2096  Snack Food Manufacturers
SIC 2200  Textile Mills and Manufacturers
SIC 2273  Carpet and Rug Manufacturers and Distributors
SIC 2300  Apparel and Clothing Manufacturers
SIC 2394  Awning, Tent, and Other Canvas Products Manufacturers
SIC 2426  Wood Floor Manufacturers
SIC 2431  Wood Millwork, Window, and Door Manufacturers
SIC 2434  Kitchen Cabinet and Countertop Manufacturers
SIC 2448  Wood Pallet Manufacturers
SIC 2451  Manufactured Housing and Mobile Home Manufacturers
SIC 2491  Pressure Treated and Preserved Wood Manufacturers
SIC 2500  Furniture Manufacturers
SIC 2542  Store Fixture Manufacturers
SIC 2621  Pulp and Paper Mills and Manufacturers
SIC 2650  Cardboard and Paperboard Container and Box Manufacturers
SIC 2711  Newspaper Publishing and Publishers
SIC 2721  Magazine Publishing and Publishers
SIC 2731  Book Publishing and Publishers
SIC 2752  Commercial Printing
SIC 2759  Digital Printing
SIC 2759  Quick Printing
SIC 2759  Screen Printing
SIC 2810  Industrial Chemical Manufacturers
SIC 2813  Industrial Gas Manufacturers
SIC 2821  Plastic Materials and Resins Manufacturers
SIC 2836  Biotechnology Companies
SIC 2851  Paint and Coating Manufacturers
SIC 2869  Ethanol and Biofuel Production
SIC 2870  Agricultural Chemical and Fertilizer Manufacturers
SIC 2911  Petroleum Refineries
SIC 2992  Lubricant, Lubricating Oil, and Grease Manufacturers
SIC 3011  Tire Manufacturers
SIC 3080  Plastic Products Manufacturers
SIC 3140  Shoe and Footwear Manufacturers
SIC 3211  Glass Products Manufacturers and Distributors
SIC 3241  Cement Manufacturers
SIC 3251  Brick and Concrete Block Manufacturers
SIC 3312  Iron and Steel Mills
SIC 3320  Foundries and Metal Castings Manufacturers
SIC 3360  Die Casting Manufacturers
SIC 3398  Metal Heat Treating
SIC 3400  Fabricated Metal Products Manufacturers
SIC 3429  Hardware and Fastener Manufacturers
SIC 3448  Prefabricated Metal Building and Component Manufacturers
SIC 3460  Metal Forging Manufacturers
SIC 3471  Metal Plating and Finishing
SIC 3491  Industrial Valve Manufacturers
SIC 3511  Wind Turbine Manufacturers
SIC 3523  Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3530  Material Handling Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3531  Construction Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3532  Mining, Oil, and Gas Field Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3541  Machine Tool and Cutting Tool Manufacturers
SIC 3555  Printing Equipment Manufacturers and Distributors
SIC 3561  Pump and Pumping Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3570  Computer and Computer Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3585  Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3589  Food Service Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3593  Fluid Power Equipment Manufacturers and Distributors
SIC 3599  Machine Shops and Tool & Die Shops
SIC 3621  Electric Motor and Generator Manufacturers
SIC 3630  Household Appliance Manufacturers
SIC 3651  Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3660  Telecommunications Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3670  Electronic Components and Semiconductor Manufacturers
SIC 3674  Solar Panel Manufacturers
SIC 3690  Battery Manufacturers
SIC 3711  Truck Manufacturers
SIC 3713  Truck Body and Equipment Manufacturers
SIC 3714  Auto Parts and Accessories Manufacturers
SIC 3714  Auto Parts Remanufacturers
SIC 3714  Engine Rebuilders and Remanufacturers
SIC 3714  Truck Parts and Accessories Manufacturers
SIC 3715  Truck Trailer Manufacturers
SIC 3716  Recreational Vehicle Manufacturers
SIC 3720  Aircraft, Engines, and Parts Manufacturers
SIC 3731  Ship Building and Repair
SIC 3732  Boat Building and Repair
SIC 3751  Motorcycle Manufacturers
SIC 3840  Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturers
SIC 3931  Musical Instrument Manufacturers
SIC 3949  Sporting Goods Manufacturers
SIC 3993  Sign Companies and Manufacturers

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Transportation, Warehousing, Communications, and Utilities

SIC 4011  Railroads, Railways, and Rail Transportation
SIC 4013  Shortline Railroads
SIC 4100  Bus Transportation Services
SIC 4119  Ambulance Services / Emergency Medical Services
SIC 4119  Disabled, Elderly, and Special Needs Transportation Services
SIC 4119  Limousine and Limo Services
SIC 4121  Taxi and Cab Services
SIC 4142  Charter and Tour Bus Services
SIC 4151  School Bus Transportation Services
SIC 4212  Waste Disposal, Garbage Collection, and Trash Removal
SIC 4213  Trucking Companies / Motor Freight Carriers
SIC 4214  Moving and Storage Companies
SIC 4215  Courier and Delivery Services
SIC 4225  Warehousing and Storage Services
SIC 4225  Self Storage Facilities
SIC 4449  Barge Shipping and Transportation
SIC 4493  Marinas and Boat Yards
SIC 4500  Airlines and Air Transportation
SIC 4581  Aviation Services and Fixed Base Operators
SIC 4610  Oil and Gas Pipelines
SIC 4724  Travel Agents and Travel Agencies
SIC 4725  Tour Operators
SIC 4731  Freight Forwarders and Brokers
SIC 4813  Telephone Companies
SIC 4832  Radio Stations and Broadcasting
SIC 4833  TV Stations and Television Broadcasting
SIC 4841  Cable Television and Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) Systems
SIC 4911  Electric Power Companies and Utilities
SIC 4911  Solar Power Companies and Utilities
SIC 4911  Wind Power Companies and Utilities
SIC 4924  Natural Gas Companies and Utilities
SIC 4941  Water Companies and Utilities
SIC 4959  Environmental Remediation Services

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Wholesale Distribution

SIC 5012  Truck Dealers
SIC 5012  Truck Equipment Dealers
SIC 5012  Truck Trailer Dealers
SIC 5013  Auto Parts and Accessories Distributors
SIC 5013  Truck Parts and Accessories Distributors
SIC 5046  Food Service Equipment and Supplies Distributors
SIC 5047  Medical Equipment and Supplies Distributors
SIC 5047  Safety Equipment and Supplies Distributors
SIC 5051  Metal Service Centers and Distributors
SIC 5063  Electrical Supplies Distributors
SIC 5064  Audio and Video Equipment Dealers and Distributors
SIC 5065  Electronic Components Distributors
SIC 5072  Hardware and Fastener Distributors
SIC 5074  Plumbing and Heating Equipment and Supplies Distributors
SIC 5075  Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment Distributors
SIC 5082  Construction Equipment Dealers and Distributors
SIC 5083  Farm Machinery and Equipment Dealers
SIC 5084  Machine Tool Dealers and Distributors
SIC 5084  Material Handling Equipment Dealers and Distributors
SIC 5085  Industrial Equipment and Supplies Distributors
SIC 5087  Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies Distributors
SIC 5091  Sporting Goods Distributors
SIC 5093  Scrap and Waste Material Processors and Distributors
SIC 5113  Paper and Packaging Distributors
SIC 5141  Food Distributors and Wholesalers
SIC 5145  Candy, Confectionery, and Snack Food Distributors
SIC 5169  Chemical Suppliers and Distributors
SIC 5169  Industrial Gas Suppliers and Distributors
SIC 5172  Oil, Gas, and Fuel Distributors
SIC 5193  Flower and Florist Supplies Distributors
SIC 5199  Promotional Products Distributors

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Retail

SIC 5211  Building Supplies Stores and Home Centers
SIC 5211  Garage Door Dealers and Retailers
SIC 5231  Paint and Wallpaper Stores
SIC 5251  Hardware Stores
SIC 5261  Lawn and Garden Equipment and Supplies Stores
SIC 5271  Manufactured Home and Mobile Home Dealers
SIC 5300  Retail Stores
SIC 5399  Warehouse Clubs and Superstores
SIC 5411  Convenience Stores
SIC 5411  Grocery Stores and Supermarkets
SIC 5421  Fish and Seafood Markets
SIC 5421  Meat Markets and Butcher Shops
SIC 5431  Fruit and Vegetable Markets
SIC 5461  Bakeries and Bakery Shops
SIC 5499  Health Food, Vitamin, and Supplement Stores
SIC 5511  Automobile Dealers
SIC 5521  Used Car Dealers
SIC 5531  Auto Parts Stores
SIC 5531  Tire Dealers and Distributors
SIC 5541  Gas Stations and Truck Stops
SIC 5551  Boat Dealers
SIC 5561  Recreational Vehicle Dealers
SIC 5571  Motorcycle Dealers
SIC 5600  Clothing Stores
SIC 5661  Shoe Stores and Shops / Footwear Retailers
SIC 5712  Furniture Stores
SIC 5713  Carpet and Floor Covering Stores
SIC 5719  Home Furnishings Stores
SIC 5719  Kitchen and Cookware Stores
SIC 5722  Household Appliance Stores
SIC 5731  Consumer Electronics Stores
SIC 5734  Computer and Software Stores
SIC 5735  Music, Record, and Video Stores
SIC 5736  Musical Instrument Stores
SIC 5812  Food Caterers and Catering Services
SIC 5812  Food Service Contractors
SIC 5812  Coffee Shops and Coffeehouses
SIC 5812  Restaurants, Sandwich Shops, and Cafes
SIC 5932  Pawn Shops and Used Merchandise Stores
SIC 5941  Bicycle Shops and Bike Stores
SIC 5941  Ski and Snowboard Shops and Stores
SIC 5941  Sporting Goods Stores
SIC 5942  Bookstores and Bookshops
SIC 5942  Christian Stores and Bookstores
SIC 5942  College and University Stores and Bookstores
SIC 5943  Office Products and Supplies Stores and Distributors
SIC 5943  School Supply Stores
SIC 5944  Jewelry Stores and Jewelers
SIC 5945  Hobby, Arts, and Crafts Stores
SIC 5946  Camera and Photo Supplies Stores
SIC 5947  Card and Gift Shops and Stores
SIC 5947  Museum Shops and Stores
SIC 5961  Catalog and Mail Order Business
SIC 5961  E-Commerce and Online Stores
SIC 5962  Vending Machine Business
SIC 5963  Direct Sales Companies
SIC 5983  Fuel Oil and Heating Oil Dealers
SIC 5984  Propane and LP Gas Dealers
SIC 5992  Florists and Flower Shops
SIC 5995  Opticians and Optical Goods Stores
SIC 5999  Art Dealers and Commercial Art Galleries
SIC 5999  Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Stores
SIC 5999  Custom Picture Frame Shops
SIC 5999  Pet Shops and Stores

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Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate

SIC 6020  Commercial Banks and Financial Institutions
SIC 6060  Credit Unions
SIC 6099  Check Cashing Services
SIC 6141  Consumer Finance and Credit Companies
SIC 6153  Credit Card Processing Services
SIC 6162  Mortgage Banking and Bankers
SIC 6163  Mortgage Brokers
SIC 6211  Stock Brokers and Broker Dealers
SIC 6221  Commodity and Futures Traders and Brokers
SIC 6282  Financial Planners and Investment Advisors
SIC 6300  Insurance Companies, Carriers, and Insurers
SIC 6324  Managed Healthcare, HMO, and PPO Companies
SIC 6361  Title Insurance Companies
SIC 6411  Insurance Agencies and Brokers
SIC 6512  Industrial Building Managers and Operators
SIC 6512  Office Building Managers and Operators
SIC 6512  Shopping Center Managers and Operators
SIC 6512  Sports, Convention, and Entertainment Facility Operators
SIC 6513  Apartment Management, Rental, and Leasing
SIC 6514  Condominiums and Cooperative Managers and Operators
SIC 6515  Manufactured Home and Mobile Home Parks
SIC 6531  Property Management Companies
SIC 6531  Realtors and Real Estate Agents and Brokers
SIC 6531  Real Estate Appraisers
SIC 6541  Title Abstract and Search Companies
SIC 6726  Hedge Funds
SIC 6726  Private Equity Firms
SIC 6798  Real Estate Investment Trusts
SIC 6799  Venture Capital Firms

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Personal and Business Services

SIC 7011  Bed and Breakfast Inns
SIC 7011  Hotels and Motels
SIC 7033  Recreational Vehicle Parks and Campgrounds
SIC 7213  Uniform and Linen Rental Services
SIC 7215  Coin-Operated Laundries and Laundromats
SIC 7216  Dry Cleaners
SIC 7217  Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Services
SIC 7218  Commercial and Industrial Laundries
SIC 7221  Photographers and Photography and Portrait Studios
SIC 7230  Hair and Nail Salons, Beauty Salons, and Barber Shops
SIC 7261  Funeral Homes, Mortuaries, Cemeteries, and Crematories
SIC 7291  Tax Preparation Services
SIC 7299  Dating Services
SIC 7299  Tanning Salons
SIC 7299  Wedding Planners and Consultants
SIC 7299  Weight Loss Centers and Diet Clinics
SIC 7311  Advertising Agencies
SIC 7312  Outdoor and Billboard Advertising Services
SIC 7322  Collection Agencies and Services
SIC 7323  Credit Bureaus and Credit Reporting Agencies
SIC 7331  Direct Mail Marketing and Advertising Services
SIC 7331  Fulfillment Services
SIC 7331  Internet Marketing and Advertising Services
SIC 7334  Copy Shops and Copying Services
SIC 7334  Duplicating and Reprographic Services
SIC 7336  Graphic Design Services
SIC 7338  Executive Suites / Serviced Office Business Centers
SIC 7338  Secretarial and Transcription Services
SIC 7342  Pest Control and Exterminator Services
SIC 7349  Janitorial and Cleaning Services
SIC 7352  Home Medical Equipment Rentals
SIC 7359  Equipment and Tool Rentals
SIC 7359  Equipment Leasing Companies
SIC 7359  Party and Event Rentals
SIC 7359  Portable Toilet Rental Services
SIC 7359  Rent To Own Stores
SIC 7361  Employment Agencies
SIC 7361  Executive Search and Recruiters
SIC 7363  Employee Leasing / Professional Employer Organizations
SIC 7363  Temporary Help Staffing Services
SIC 7372  Software Companies
SIC 7373  IT Consulting Services
SIC 7374  Web Hosting Services
SIC 7381  Private Investigators and Detectives
SIC 7381  Security Guard Services
SIC 7382  Security Systems and Alarm Services
SIC 7389  Business Brokers and Appraisers
SIC 7389  Call Centers and Telemarketing Services
SIC 7389  Convention, Event, Meeting, and Trade Show Services
SIC 7389  Home Inspection Services
SIC 7389  Interior Design and Decorating
SIC 7389  Packaging and Labeling Services
SIC 7389  Parcel Shipping and Private Mail Centers
SIC 7389  Telephone Answering Services
SIC 7513  Truck Rental and Leasing
SIC 7514  Car and Auto Rentals
SIC 7515  Car and Auto Leasing
SIC 7521  Parking Lots and Garages
SIC 7532  Auto Body Shops
SIC 7534  Tire Retreading and Recapping
SIC 7536  Windshield Repair and Replacement
SIC 7538  Auto Repair Shops
SIC 7538  Truck Repair Shops
SIC 7542  Car Wash and Auto Detailing
SIC 7549  Oil Change and Fast Lube Services
SIC 7549  Tow Truck and Towing Services
SIC 7629  Electronics and Electronic Equipment Repair
SIC 7694  Electric Motor Rewinding and Repair
SIC 7699  Locksmiths and Locksmith Shops
SIC 7699  Septic Tank, Drain, and Sewer Cleaning Services
SIC 7810  Movie, Film & Video Production and Distribution
SIC 7830  Movie Theaters and Cinemas
SIC 7841  Movie, DVD, and Video Rental Stores
SIC 7911  Dance Studios and Schools
SIC 7929  Symphony Orchestras
SIC 7933  Bowling Alleys and Centers
SIC 7941  Professional Sports Teams, Clubs, and Franchises
SIC 7991  Health Clubs and Fitness Centers
SIC 7991  Personal Trainers and Fitness Instructors
SIC 7991  Spa Resorts and Day Spas
SIC 7992  Golf Courses and Driving Ranges
SIC 7993  Amusement Arcades and Entertainment Centers
SIC 7996  Amusement and Theme Parks
SIC 7997  Golf and Country Clubs
SIC 7999  Pool Halls and Billiard Parlors
SIC 7999  Ski Resorts and Areas
SIC 7999  Yoga Studios
SIC 8011  Doctors, Physicians, and Medical Practices
SIC 8011  Plastic Surgeons and Cosmetic Surgery Practices
SIC 8021  Dentists and Dental Practices
SIC 8041  Chiropractors and Chiropractic Practices
SIC 8042  Optometrists and Optometric Practices
SIC 8043  Podiatrists and Podiatry Practices
SIC 8049  Audiologists and Audiology Practices
SIC 8049  Massage Therapists and Massage Therapy Services
SIC 8049  Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Practices
SIC 8049  Physical Therapists and Physical Therapy Practices
SIC 8049  Psychologists and Psychology Practices
SIC 8049  Respiratory Therapists and Respiratory Therapy Practices
SIC 8049  Speech Language Pathologists / Speech Therapists
SIC 8051  Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities
SIC 8059  Hospice Care
SIC 8062  Hospitals
SIC 8071  Diagnostic and Medical Imaging Centers
SIC 8071  Medical Laboratories
SIC 8072  Dental Laboratories
SIC 8082  Home Health Care Services
SIC 8092  Kidney Dialysis Centers
SIC 8093  Ambulatory Surgery Centers / Outpatient Surgical Centers
SIC 8111  Attorneys, Lawyers, and Law Firms
SIC 8211  Elementary and Secondary Schools
SIC 8221  Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
SIC 8231  Libraries and Archives
SIC 8299  Test Preparation and Tutoring Services
SIC 8351  Child Day Care Centers
SIC 8412  Museums and Art Galleries
SIC 8422  Zoos, Aquariums, and Botanical Gardens
SIC 8641  Nonprofit Charitable, Civic, and Social Organizations
SIC 8661  Churches, Ministries, and Religious Organizations
SIC 8711  Engineers and Engineering Services
SIC 8712  Architects and Architectural Services
SIC 8721  Accountants and Accounting Firms
SIC 8721  Medical Billing and Coding Services
SIC 8721  Payroll Services
SIC 8734  Testing Laboratories
SIC 8742  Management Consulting Services
SIC 8742  Manufacturers Sales Representatives
SIC 8743  Public Relations Firms
SIC 8748  Environmental Consulting Firms

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